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Definition of Landing approach
1. Noun. The approach to a landing field by an airplane.
Generic synonyms: Approach, Approaching, Coming
Specialized synonyms: Go-around, Overshoot, Wave-off
Lexicographical Neighbors of Landing Approach
Literary usage of Landing approach
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. The Military Dictionary (1987)
"... radio beacon, radar device, communicating device, or any system of such devices
for aiding aircraft in an approach and landing. landing approach—(DOD, ..."
2. Aviation Safety: Better Guidance and Training Needed on Providing Files on by Gerald L. Dillingham, Tammy Conquest, Bonnie A. Beckett (2003)
"15 The plane crashed short of the runway during an instrument- landing approach.
The captain improperly assumed that the engine had failed and subsequently ..."
3. Where No Man Has Gone Before: A History of Apollo Lunar Exploration Missions by William D. Compton (1996)
"As had been the case throughout the mission so far, everything went well during
the landing approach. At about 9000 feet (2750 meters) above the surface ..."
4. Across the Reef: The Amphibious Tracked Vehicle at War by Victor J. Croizat (2001)
"A mixed detachment was formed to train division personnel to fire landing boat
machine guns against beach targets during a landing approach. ..."
5. Adventure Guide to St. Martin & St. Barts by Lynne M. Sullivan (2003)
"Pilots are required to have special training, and you'll understand why once
you've seen the landing approach. After takeoff out of St. Martin, ..."
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